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Masterful Mayweather produces scintillating display to tame young lion Alvarez in VegasBy Jeff Powell - dailymail.co.uk Floyd Mayweather produced another night of magic in the desert to brush aside the muscular young challenge from Mexican prodigy Saul Alvarez. Still champion: Floyd Mayweather was hugely impressive in beating Saul Alvarez over 12 rounds in Las Vegas Beaten man: Alvarez was outclassed from start to finish as the Mexican tasted defeat for the first time Las Vegas is Mayweather’s adopted home town but the majority of the 17,000 in the MGM Grand Garden Arena were Mexicans, here to support their man and celebrate their country’s Independence Day celebrations. Landing at will: Mayweather had little trouble connecting with Alvarez as he eased to victory in Las Vegas Sweet connection: Mayweather lands a powerful right, making Alvarez reel Counter-attack: Alvarez tries to battle back, but Mayweather smartly ducks his right It was as beautiful to watch as it was brutal to withstand. Alvarez confirmed his courage by taking the punishment and trying to keep coming forward but it was a bewildering experience for the young pretender to the Mayweather throne. Forcing the issue: Alvarez attacks with a left into Mayweather's chest Close quarters: The fighters try to land a decisive blow during this quick-fire exchange Something must be done about this judging but for the meanwhile Mayweather is happy and generous in victory. Now you see me: Mayweather's defence and footwork were once again in fine working order Something must be done about this judging but for the meanwhile Mayweather is happy and generous in victory. Full force: Alvarez feels the weight of a Mayweather left-hander Mayweather boxed the third like a cobra. He mesmerised Alvarez at the start with his deadly, flicking jab. Then he struck with venomous right hands. Alvarez shook his head to indicate he was unhurt but when he hit back the world’s No 1 was hard to find and the rounds were ticking away. Admonished: Referee Kenny Bayless warns Alvarez as he struggles to contain Mayweather in Vegas Front foot: Mayweather throws a jab to try and knock Alvarez off balance Advice: Floyd Mayweather Sr talks with his son in the corner between rounds Plenty to ponder: Alvarez grabs a moment's contemplation in his corner There was no questioning Canelo’s courage nor his desire to please his army of followers but Mayweather was becoming more and more hurtful. The succession of pinpoint punches were interrupted by Mexican counters from time to time but Mayweather was beginning to unfurl another master class as we neared the halfway point. King of the ring: Mayweather poses with Justin Bieber after the fight By the seventh round, Alvaraez was being picked off as if by sniper fire. For prolonged, painful periods Canelo was backed up and bewildered against the ropes as Mayweather punched him at will. Famous faces: Model Heidi Klum and actor Jack Nicholson were among the celebrities in attendance in Vegas So completely in control was Mayweather that Alvarez, 13 years the younger at 23, was beginning to look like the older man. Not all Mayweather’s punches were powerful but they were to the point and deeply discouraging. Even the Mexicans were beginning to gasp at the American magician. |
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